Home Health LPN

UnitedHealth Group•Norfolk, VA

13d•$49,151 - $73,726

About The Position

The Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes. The nurse verifies the plan of care with the RN before each visit, collaborates with the physician and RN to address patient needs, and promptly reports changes in patient condition. The role includes teaching patients and caregivers self-care techniques, checking vital signs, reviewing medications and completing medication reconciliation at each visit, performing physician-ordered specialized procedures, preparing treatment equipment and materials using aseptic technique, and completing documentation accurately and on time. The role uses both per-visit-point and hourly compensation, depending on the work performed. The stated annual total cash target assumes full-time employment at 40 hours per week and full productivity. The position offers development opportunities and benefits subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

At least 1 year of LPN or LVN experience.
Current LPN license specific to the state(s) assigned for work.
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
Pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Responsibilities

Verify the plan of care with the RN before each visit.
Collaborate frequently with the physician and RN to ensure patient needs are met; notify them as soon as possible when a patient's condition changes.
Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques.
Check vital signs.
Review all medications and perform medication reconciliation at each visit.
Perform specialized procedures ordered by the physician, such as Foley catheter changes.
Prepare equipment and materials for treatments using aseptic technique.
Complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner.